ERIN FETHERSTON SHOWS HER SPRING 2010 COLLECTION AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK AT MILK STUDIOS

Erin Fetherston debuted her Autumn/Winter 2010 collection during New York City Fashion Week on Sunday, February 14th at 7 p.m. at Milk Studios. This season, Erin Fetherston found inspiration in the iconic Chelsea girl, Nico, and references the singer's bohemian style in a collection that balances soft romantic dresses with rock'n'roll tailoring, perfect for the poetess at heart.

Silhouettes range from long flowing chiffon dresses to swinging thigh skimming shifts. The collection’s look for day pays homage to Nico's relaxed tomboy style while never forgetting her feminine allure. Evening directly channels her rock and roll persona into an overtly glamorous statement on nighttime dressing. Fetherston works with a dreamy palette of lilac, nude, and sage, grounded by a landscape of bold black and white accented with shades of vivid orange. Materials like lace, chiffon, leather and velvet are intertwined to create clothing with a lighter than air feeling for a woman with a bit of edge.

Notable guests included: Karen Elson, Sarah Sophie Flicker, Zoe Kravitz, Ellen von Unwerth, Lisa Salzer, Mckenzie Eddy, Whitney Port, The Like's Tennessee Thomas & Annie Zuckerman, Becka Diamond, Damon Dash, Rebecca Forteau

ERIN FETHERSTON SHOWS HER SPRING 2010 COLLECTION AT NEW YORK FASHION WEEK AT MILK STUDIOS

Image of Erin, Getty Images, Astrid Stawiarz Runway Photo Credits: Thomas Kletecka

When: Sunday, September 13th
Where: Milk Studios

Erin Fetherston debuted her Spring/Summer 2010 collection during New York City Fashion Week on Sunday, September 13th at 6 p.m. at Milk Studios. Fetherston’s decidedly womanly aesthetic and flair for the dramatic was on full display with plunging v-necks, defined shoulders and attention-grabbing hemlines, softened by delicate accents of ruffles and lace.

Fetherston drew inspiration from memories of a childhood visit to Nara, Japan. The designer recalls the scene as a pink forest snowing cherry blossoms over herds of free roaming deer. The ode to Nara was captured in the piles of white rose petals that flanked the runway and long stem pink carnations which were placed on every seat, courtesy of floral designer Jeff Leatham. This imagery manifested in Fetherston's fabric and color direction as well, with watercolor cherry blossom prints in blush and midnight and an abstract fawn print on sequins. The palette of tans, blush and ivory, paired with black and navy further demonstrated the strong/soft dichotomy present in the design.

Hair and make-up were designed to reflect and compliment the feminine and romantics tones set in the collection. Hairstylist Lyndell Mansfield for Bumble & Bumble took the hair up with a classic chignon but gave twists, rolls and tucks for a younger, cooler feel. Lucia Pica for MAC Cosmetics showed dark eyes with clean skin, flushed cheeks and bare lips.

This season featured two accessories collaborations, a first for Fetherston. The Lulu Frost for Erin Fetherston collection, designed by Lisa Salzer was inspired by the opulence of the late 70’s and early 80’s: bold, heavily embellished rhinestone and chain bracelets drip down the wrist, draping like lavish shackles, while long dangling rhinestone earrings add a touch of sleek sophistication, glamour and high drama. The most prominent pieces of the collection are the rhinestone and crystal hand pieces. Designed to be worn over soft leather gloves or to adorn bare hands, these tough yet delicate garnishes complete a strong, feminine look, the leitmotif of the collection as a whole.

Cole Haan, for their end of the collaboration, provided belts and shoes – or more specifically, chic heels featuring Nike Air technology. Cinched belts adorned with gold-plated heart buckles echoed Fetherston’s blue, blush and black color palette while adding a whimsical, feminine flair.

And we loved the playlist - check it out below!

Where did all the love go? -Kasabian

Breaking Into Cars --The Raveonettes

I Can Thrill and Delight --In Flagranti

Nothing to Worry About --Peter Bjorn and John The Muzik --Ebony Bones Do You Want It All?

Little Secrets -Passion Pit

ERIN FETHERSTON TO RELEASE SHORT FILM TO SHOWCASE AW09 COLLECTION WITH FILMMAKER MARISA CRAWFORD

‘Birds of a Fether’ is the newest short film to come courtesy of fashion designer Erin Fetherston. Directed and produced by director/photographer Marisa Crawford, 'Birds of a Fether ' has an incredible and eclectic cast of Fetherston friends and muses who showcase the designer's Autumn-Winter 2009/2010 collection.

This is Fetherston's fourth short film and her first time collaborating with Crawford, who is notably the niece of famed independent film director Paul Morrissey. The story, loosely inspired by the tale of the pied piper, shows Fetherston uncovering a magical trumpet which has washed ashore beneath the Brooklyn Bridge. Under the power of its enchantment, the designer takes to the streets of New York City and begins to collect a following of characters who emerge from the stoops and windows of the city's apartments, restaurants and ally-ways, all of whom are drawn to the magic. Fetherston and her collective, all dressed in the designer's collection, carry on in a near manic and highly visual procession through the streets of the West Village and Tribeca.

A medley of dynamic girls make appearances in this film, including musical artists Reni Lane, whose Universal Records album will drop this September, and Kelsey Barrett of the all female punk band Effi Briest. Actress Paz De La Huerta makes a surprise cameo and Fetherston favorite, model/actress Ingrid Schram also plays a role in the film – her second time getting in front of the camera for Fetherston. Models Daria Strokous, Kelsey Close, Rudi Ovchinnikova, Sacha Blue, and Karina G also join the procession of beauties who partake in this magical, fashionable parade through the city.

To top it off Erin Fetherston is partnering with online retailer Shopbop for hosting the collection as seen in “Birds of a Fether” for purchase and will be running a special promotion to enter to win an all-expenses paid trip to New York City and tickets to the Erin Fetherston Spring 2010 show during this September’s Fashion Week. The links below take you straight to the film, the collection for purchase and the sweepstakes.

Birds of a Fether

http://www.style.com/video/guest-directors/guest-directors/1896809785/embirds-of-a-fetherem/33805471001

To Collection

http://www.shopbop.com/erin-fetherston/br/v=1/2534374302162211.htm

To Sweepstakes

http://ebm.whatsnew.shopbop.com/r/regf2?aid=1135692905&n=1&a=0&SOURCE1=erin&SOURCE2=erinf

Stay tuned in September as we will be bring you the latest from the Erin Fetherston S/S 2010 Collection in New York at Bryant Park. We are show it will be a show not to miss!

For more info on Erin Fetherston please visit http://erinfetherston.com/